Crime and Intelligence Analyst I/II - District Attorney
About the role
The Office of the District Attorney has an opportunity for a Crime and Intelligence Analyst I/II in Hemet; other office locations may be offered depending on department needs. The incumbent will be assigned to the Gang Impact Team and responsible for assisting law enforcement staff in the analysis of a wide range of crimes, including but not limited to gang-related crimes, violent crimes, fugitive apprehension, firearm-related crimes, and narcotics-related crimes. Duties include documenting criminal activity; collecting, compiling, preparing, and evaluating statistical data; and performing other work as required. The incumbent will be required to travel throughout the County of Riverside. Possession of a Certified Crime and Intelligence Analyst (CCIA) Certificate issued by an accredited college or university is required. The level at which the position is filled is at the department's discretion; candidates who qualify for the Crime and Intelligence Analyst, level II, will be given priority consideration.
The District Attorney of Riverside County, as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, protects those victimized by crime, exonerates the innocent, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is done on behalf of our community. The office’s staff of over 700 is comprised of prosecuting attorneys, sworn investigators, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, investigative technicians, forensic analysts, and a wide range of information technology and supporting staff all committed to excellence and integrity in public service.
Responsibilities
Crime and Intelligence Analyst I (training capacity)
- Research and analyze criminal intelligence information collected by Sheriff's Department personnel.
- Integrate information from many sources using various illustrative methods including charts, diagrams, and maps; prepare a variety of reports, graphs, charts, and maps related to criminal activities and organized criminal groups.
- Research crime reports and related evidence through analysis procedures to disclose patterns, trends, or evidence of criminal activity; prepare Visual Investigative Analysis (VIA) charts for crimes including, but not limited to, homicides, robberies, and arson investigations.
- Complete link analysis charts to illustrate the relationship of events and persons suspected of organized criminal activity and other conspiracies.
- Develop charts resulting from telephone toll analysis showing contacts between persons suspected of bookmaking, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities.
- Determine the type of analysis to be utilized based on the information received; consult with departmental personnel to obtain additional information as needed.
- Present analytical findings to departmental personnel; testify in court.
- Participate in meetings with departmental personnel and other law enforcement agencies to exchange and develop intelligence information.
- Visit crime scenes.
- Collect, compile, and prepare data for a variety of statistical reports and publications; prepare correspondence as needed.
Crime and Intelligence Analyst II
- Research and analyze criminal intelligence information collected by Sheriff's Department personnel.
- Integrate information from many sources using various illustrative methods including charts, diagrams, and maps; prepare a variety of reports, graphs, charts, and maps related to criminal activities and organized criminal groups.
- Research crime reports and related evidence through analysis procedures to disclose patterns, trends, or evidence of criminal activity; prepare Visual Investigative Analysis (VIA) charts for crimes including, but not limited to, homicides, robberies, and arson investigations.
- Complete link analysis charts to illustrate the relationship of events and persons suspected of organized criminal activity and other conspiracies.
- Develop charts resulting from telephone toll analysis showing contacts between persons suspected of bookmaking, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities.
- Determine the type of analysis to be utilized based on the information received; consult with departmental personnel to obtain additional information as needed.
- Present analytical findings to departmental personnel; testify in court.
- Participate in meetings with departmental personnel and other law enforcement agencies to exchange and develop intelligence information.
- Visit crime scenes.
- Collect, compile, and prepare data for a variety of statistical reports and publications; prepare correspondence as needed.
Qualifications
Crime and Intelligence Analyst I
- Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree or foreign studies equivalency in crime analysis, intelligence analysis, criminal justice, administration of justice, statistics, public administration, or other closely related field. A bachelor's degree is highly desired.
- Experience: Six (6) months of work experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data.
- Certificate: Possession of a Certified Crime and Intelligence Analyst (CCIA) Certificate issued by an accredited college or university is required.
Crime and Intelligence Analyst II
- Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree or foreign studies equivalency in crime analysis, intelligence analysis, criminal justice, administration of justice, statistics, public administration, or other closely related field. A bachelor's degree is highly desired.
- Experience: One year of professional experience performing crime and intelligence analysis, statistical or analytical research, or geographic information system (GIS) analysis as a Crime and Intelligence Analyst I with the County of Riverside.
- Certificate: Possession of a Certified Crime and Intelligence Analyst (CCIA) Certificate issued by an accredited college or university is required.
Requirements
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, and techniques of criminal intelligence analysis
- Types of crimes and modus operandi used
- Sources of intelligence information
- Techniques of evaluating information obtained from a variety of sources
- The methods of collecting statistical data
- Effective methods to present statistical information to a variety of users
Ability to:
- Evaluate and organize a variety of intelligence information
- Recognize patterns or trends of criminal activity
- Interpret the significance of various types of criminal analysis
- Prepare clear, concise, illustrative, and written reports
- Present conclusions to others in a clear and understandable manner
- Make independent judgements and function with a minimum of supervision
- Use discretion in distributing and disclosing sensitive information
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
License:
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Schedule & Travel
The County of Riverside offers a variety of alternative work schedules, dependent upon department operations and needs. Certain assignments may involve overtime, standby/on-call shifts, and/or travel; however, scheduling, shift assignments, overtime work, standby/on-call duty, and travel obligations are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. The incumbent will be required to travel throughout the County of Riverside.